2005 Jeep Liberty vs. 2000 Opel Astra
To start off, 2005 Jeep Liberty is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Astra would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Liberty (211 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2000 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 578 kg more than 2000 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Astra. (127 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Liberty | 2000 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Jeep | Opel |
| Model | Liberty | Astra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1768 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
